Supply Chain Manager

Aplin

$90K — $110K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of progressively responsible supply chain experience, including 3+ years in a management role.
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field; SCMP preferred.
  • Expertise in Asian sourcing and subcontract manufacturing, particularly in China.
  • Proficiency in global logistics, including imports/exports and customs regulations.
  • Strong background in procurement, inventory management, and developing inventory controls.
  • Excellent contract negotiation and vendor management skills.
  • Skills in data analysis and communication of complex information to executives.
  • Mandarin or Cantonese language fluency is advantageous.

Responsibilities

  • Lead strategy and execution for procurement, inventory, sourcing, and logistics.
  • Manage and develop teams for Purchasing and Inventory, setting KPIs and policies.
  • Cultivate strategic supplier relationships across China and Asia.
  • Source raw materials and subcontract manufacturing services effectively.
  • Negotiate complex contracts, including Master Service Agreements and CAPEX agreements.
  • Design supplier diversification and contingency strategies for material availability.
  • Create inventory strategies that align Just-in-Time requirements with working capital needs.
  • Oversee international logistics, including customs, tariffs, and transportation management.

Benefits

  • Full-time employment opportunity in a dynamic, growing company.
  • Office-based position located in Calgary, AB.
  • Potential for professional development and leadership opportunities.
  • Exposure to international markets, particularly in Asia.
Full Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to lead global procurement, sourcing, inventory, and logistics operations for a growing company. This role will drive supply chain strategy, optimize costs and working capital, strengthen global supplier relationships, and ensure reliable material availability for manufacturing.

This is a full-time role, based in the office in Calgary, AB.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the overall strategy and execution of procurement, inventory, sourcing, and global logistics.
  • Manage, mentor, and develop Purchasing and Inventory teams; establish KPIs, policies, and SOPs.
  • Develop and manage strategic supplier relationships, particularly across China and Asia.
  • Source raw materials, specialized components, and subcontract manufacturing services.
  • Lead complex contract negotiations, including MSAs and CAPEX agreements.
  • Develop supplier diversification and contingency strategies to ensure material availability.
  • Develop inventory strategies that balance Just-in-Time requirements, safety stock, and working capital.
  • Manage international logistics, including imports/exports, customs, tariffs, brokerage, and LTL/FTL transportation.
  • Optimize total landed costs while maintaining quality, service, and production requirements.
  • Provide executive leadership with actionable supply chain, operational, and financial insights.
Qualifications
  • 8+ years of progressive supply chain experience, including 3+ years in a leadership/management role within industrial, manufacturing, energy, or related sectors.
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field; SCMP strongly preferred.
  • Deep expertise in Asian sourcing, particularly procurement, subcontract manufacturing, and raw material/component sourcing in China.
  • Strong end-to-end expertise in procurement, inventory management, and inventory controls.
  • Proven experience with global logistics, imports/exports, customs, tariffs, taxes, and landed-cost optimization.
  • Expert contract development, review, negotiation, and vendor management skills.
  • Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to present complex supply chain and financial information to executive leadership.
  • Mandarin or Cantonese fluency is a strong asset.
  • Willingness and ability to travel internationally, including travel to Asia.


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